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Industrial Production Up Only Slightly in May

A newly released report from the U.S. Department of Commerce showed industrial production rose 01. percent in May—the second consecutive month with little or no gain.
16 June 2011

Metalformers Foresee ‘Steady’ Conditions Over the Short Term

The newly released June 2011 Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) Business Conditions Report indicates that 50% of companies surveyed predict activity will remained unchanged over the course of the next three months.
15 June 2011

Unemployment Rate Holds at 9.1% in May

The U.S. economy created only 54,000 jobs in May, putting a damper on the momentum generated over the past few months.
08 June 2011

May PMI Index Reflects Strength in Manufacturing

Institute for Supply Management’s key index shows U.S. manufacturing continues to expand, albeit more slowly.
01 June 2011

U.S. Industrial Production Holds Steady in May

Latest Federal Reserve Report shows industrial production in the United States was unchanged in April after increasing 0.7 percent in March.
24 May 2011

Metalformers Bracing for a Slowdown

The latest Precision Metalforming Association Business Conditions Report forecasts softer sales activity during the next three months.
23 May 2011

U.S. Economy Adds 244,000 Jobs in April

Manufacturing sector accounts for 29,000 on the strength of machinery, primary metals, and computer and electronic products.
11 May 2011

Metco Metal Finishing Announces New ISO Certification

Achievement reflects Metco Metal Finishing's focus on operational consistency and continual improvement.
25 April 2011

U.S. Industrial Production Inches Upward in March

Uptick in automotive, aerospace, and transportation equipment manufacturing drives 0.8% increase in U.S. industrial production
20 April 2011

PMA Releases Monthly Survey Results

Metalformers anticipate slower activity over the next three months, PMA report shows
11 April 2011

TITAN Metal Fabricators Adds New Facility in India

Facility represents TITAN’s first expansion outside the United States.
31 March 2011

Unemployment Rate Falls in March

The U.S. economy added 216,000 jobs during the month of March, bringing down the unemployment rate to 8.8%.
29 March 2011

U.S. Industrial Production Dips Slightly in February

After gains during the previous month, U.S. industrial production declined 0.1 percent in February.
24 March 2011

Metalformers Encouraged About Short-Term Business Conditions

The recently released Precision Metalformers Association March survey reflects optimism about prospects over the next three months.
23 March 2011

Pangborn Group Unveils New Website

Highlights focus on Pangborn Group’s capabilities and experience in key industries.
07 March 2011

Thomas Industrial Network Launches Custom SPEC

New online program offers website development and Internet exposure for custom manufacturers and industrial service providers.
06 March 2011

Palmetto Plating Hosts U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Palmetto Plating Hosts U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham

Prominent South Carolina politician gets a birds-eye view of the surface finishing industry from a plater's perspective.
03 March 2011

U.S. Industrial Production Dips in January

Weaker output, plus lower utility consumption impacts U.S. industrial production.
21 February 2011

Metalformers’ Report Reflects Optimism Over the Short Term

The latest survey from the Precision Metalforming Association points to a rise in orders during the next three months.
20 February 2011

Chemetall Invests $25 Million in New U.S. Plant

State-of-the-art facility will employ 74 individuals, from workers to supervisors and chemists, in Blackman Township, Mich.
04 February 2011

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